Allow police and fire pension members to transfer to CalPERS
In Plain English
The city currently runs separate pension plans for police and firefighters. This change lets active members switch from the city-run plan to CalPERS, the state retirement system. If approved, employees can choose which pension system covers their retirement benefits.
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Votes
Approve consent calendar
9 to 0
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